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Lara St. John: A Little Skin, Lots Of Violin

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Lara St. John: A Little Skin, Lots Of Violin

The violinist, once described as having a "controversial sense of fun," reflects on her self-confidence and her much-discussed album covers.

The Violinist Discusses Her Career And Her CD Covers

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Lara St. John's Seductive New CD

Noah talks to violinist Lara St. John about her new CD, "Bach Works for Violin Solo." The cover of the CD is a photograph of St. John in a seductive pose. Even though the music has been receiving a good deal of critical acclaim, she -- and her record company -- have been criticized for using a sexually provocative photo as a way to sell classical music.

Lara St. John's Seductive New CD

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